Acute Agitation and Dexmedetomidine: A Novel Treatment Approach

Published: Aug. 30, 2023, 4 p.m.

In this episode, we delve into a new horizon in the management of acute agitation. We discuss dexmedetomidine, a drug that's been around since 1999, recently reformulated into a sublingual film and FDA approved for treating agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar I or II disorder. We explore the results from a recent randomized trial and its potential for transforming psychiatric care.

Faculty: Jim Phelps, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.